You probably know the " Month without tobacco »Which takes place every year in France? Well in Belgium, pharmacists are now launching the concept with the help of theAUP (Association of Unions of Pharmacists). The goal ? Reversing an increasing trend in smoking and obviously proposing solutions to manage a possible smoking cessation.
FREE ADDICTION TEST AND TOBACCO WITHDRAWAL!
In Belgium, pharmacists with the help of AUP (Association of Pharmacists' Unions) have decided to reverse the trend by launching during the entire month of May the "month without tobacco". The initiative could be commendable if we did not feel the marketing side behind it.
On this occasion, smokers will be able to visit their pharmacy to perform the Fargerström test free of charge, a questionnaire to assess nicotine dependence. Initially, the objective of this test will be to be able to initiate a discussion between the patient and his pharmacist about habits. Then, the pharmacist can then offer to supervise a smoking cessation.
According to Anne Roussille, coordinator of the Association of Pharmacists' Unions, pharmacists can play a crucial role in the fight against smoking. " As accessible and trusted health professionals, pharmacists have a role to play, both in motivating their patients to quit smoking and in supporting this withdrawal. ».
